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I'm mid-40s and only just discovered i have funnel chest. in the past, docs told me not to worry about it when i asked what it was. now i'm concerned!
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Pectus excavatum: Pectus excavatum(funnel chest) is a congenital deformity of the breastbone(sternum) and unless very severe,causes no problems and requires no treatment.Your physician knows best and you should follow his/her advice.
Answered 6/23/2014
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